Category : Presidential Affairs


Tinubu Appoints Ex-Reps Member as SHESTCO MD

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Hon. Magaji Da'u Aliyu, a two-term federal lawmaker from Jigawa State, as the new Managing Director of Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO).

NAHCON Chairman Resigns, Cites Personal Reasons

Professor Sheikh Abdullahi Saleh Usman has resigned as Chairman and CEO of Nigeria's National Hajj Commission, submitting formal notice to President Tinubu while expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve.

Senate Forms Committee on Electoral Amendment Act

The Nigerian Senate has appointed a 12-member joint committee with the House of Representatives to address the contentious Electoral Amendment Act, following a rowdy plenary session over real-time transmission of election results.

Atiku, Makinde Meet Babangida in Minna Ahead of 2027

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde held a closed-door meeting with ex-Military President Ibrahim Babangida in Minna, discussing electoral reforms and national issues ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Senate Emergency Plenary on Electoral Act Amendments

The Nigerian Senate has convened an emergency plenary session to address contentious amendments to the Electoral Act, following widespread protests demanding mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results.

El-Rufai: 'I Was Never Tinubu's Friend'

Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai clarifies he never had personal or political ties with President Tinubu, revealing deep philosophical divides in governance approach.

NAHCON Chairman Resigns Following Board Petition

Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman has resigned as Chairman of Nigeria's National Hajj Commission after board members petitioned President Tinubu over alleged misconduct and financial irregularities.

Court Upholds Senator Natasha's Suspension

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has confirmed the Nigerian Senate's suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for misconduct while vacating contempt proceedings against her.

APC Delays Fubara Welcome Over Ramadan Strategy

The APC clarifies its strategic delay in formally welcoming Governor Siminalayi Fubara, citing respect for northern sensitivities ahead of Ramadan, amid Rivers State's ongoing political crisis.

Tinubu Mediates Emergency Meeting Between Wike and Fubara

President Bola Tinubu convened an emergency meeting at Aso Rock to address the political crisis in Rivers State, bringing together Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in a bid for reconciliation and stability.

New Details on 2027 Obi-Kwankwaso Alliance Plan in ADC

New information reveals intensified efforts to create a joint 2027 presidential ticket featuring Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso through the African Democratic Congress, with opposition figures and power brokers actively pushing the alliance.

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